Details
Open Date
05/21/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17088N
Job Title
UU Student - Other
Working Title
Digital Sign Technician
Career Progression Track
SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
12-15
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Variable
Work Schedule Summary
Set days/times per week based on responsibilities/school schedule and must be available for events that can occur on nights and some weekends.
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
President
Department
01761 - AUXILIARY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$14.00 - $16.00/h DOE
Close Date
08/21/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Digital Sign Technician provides engaging desktop support, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues to minimize disruptions and enhance the user experience. Secondary responsibilities include maintaining digital signage across campus and ensuring uptime, visual appeal, and proper functionality of all equipment. This role also involves testing and troubleshooting new features in the digital signage network’s software to improve performance and abilities.
Responsibilities
- Digital Signs – Maintain all University Broadcast Network-supported digital signs (both outdoor and indoor). This includes desktop support, troubleshooting, cleaning, managing software and hardware, training users, and monitoring all signs. Additional duties as assigned.
- Keep a current inventory of all digital signs and equipment.
- Work with leadership to make recommendations regarding repairing, replacing, software features, or growing equipment inventory.
- Provide images of live ads for client reporting.
- Be available for department events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a current University of Utah student.
- A valid driver’s license is required to be able to drive fleet vehicles and golf carts.
- Must be able to work in a team and individual environment and clearly take direction.
- Strong experience with computers and troubleshooting.
- Must be able to lift heavy objects. This can include lifting screens, tools, and other event items.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- Must be punctual and have good communication skills.
- Work schedule must be flexible for sign emergencies and events. This can include evenings and weekends.
Preferences
The department is seeking applicants with strong communication and computer skills.
Experience with digital signage, software networks, and Android operating systems is highly beneficial. Qualified candidates should be able to clearly provide prompt IT support, operate equipment, train others, and provide recommendations for repairs or replacements as needed.
Prior technical/customer support experience is a plus. Candidates should have the ability to troubleshoot computer issues, install software, and clearly communicate with digital sign users. Additionally, applicants must be physically capable of lifting and moving heavy equipment and possess strong customer service skills.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior
URS service, may elect to enroll in
URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at
(801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from
URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at
(801) 366-7770 or
(800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at
(801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (
OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
